Bombing in Egypt sees 13 people dead and ‘more than 40 injured’

It has been reported that at least 13 people have lost their lives and 40 more are injured after an explosion at a church in Egypt.

According to Sky News, the incident took place at St George Church, which houses a large Christian community in Tanta.

It has been confirmed that at least 13 people died in the blast and 42 others were wounded.

Reuters: at least 13 people have been killed and 42 others have been injured in an explosion inside a church in Tanta in Egypt

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The explosion coincided with Palm Sunday, yet no immediate claim of responsibility has been made.

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